SMF sees record-breaking passenger numbers in 2022, announces major expansion program to meet needs
Surge in passenger traffic emphasizes the need for multi-faceted growth plan at SMF
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SMF sees record-breaking passenger numbers in 2022, announces major expansion program to meet needs
Surge in passenger traffic emphasizes the need for multi-faceted growth plan at SMF
Read MoreSMF Deploys Facial Biometric Boarding for International Departures
SMF is proud to announce its latest cutting-edge initiative in the realm of airport security: the deployment of Amadeus Facial Biometrics technology at select boarding gates, starting on March 2, 2023.
Read MoreSouthwest Airlines Takes Off from Sacramento to Nashville – Nonstop Service Now Available from SMF!
Sacramento County Department of Airports is pleased to announce the launch of nonstop service from SMF to Nashville International Airport (BNA) beginning Saturday, March 11, 2023.
Read MoreSMF Launches $1.3 Billion Expansion Project – SMForward
The initiative will expand parking, gates, and create a more seamless travel experience for passengers with the addition of new amenities and services.
Read MoreSMF Welcomes New Air Canada Service to Toronto
Starting June 2, 2023, Northern Californians will be able to reach Eastern Canada with a new nonstop service between SMF and Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ).
Read MoreFlying out of SMF for Thanksgiving? Here are some travel tips.
From coast to coast, people are ready to gather with family and friends for Thanksgiving.
Read MoreFourth of July Travel Tips from SMF
Over 125,000 travelers are expected to fly out of SMF during the July 4th holiday weekend – a level that will push traffic to nearly pre-pandemic volumes.
Read MoreNonstop Flights to Vancouver, BC Return to SMF
Starting June 1, 2022, Air Canada will resume nonstop service between Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR) following a 26-month suspension due to the COVID pandemic.
Read MoreOctober 2021 Sets Record for Monthly SMF Traffic
SMF recorded more than 1 million passengers in October 2021, making it the second time this year that monthly traffic has exceeded 1 million.
Read MoreSCDA Lauds House Passage of Infrastructure Bill
President Biden set to sign law that will provide $25 billion in crucial funding for airport infrastructure
Read MoreSMF Receives $4.6M for Zero-Emission Busses
FAA awards more than $43 million in grants to build safer, more sustainable and more accessible airports
Read MoreSacramento County Department of Airports Awarded Airport Rescue Plan Act Grants
FAA to award $48.6 million to Sacramento County Airports for pandemic recovery efforts
Read MoreSouthwest launches new nonstop services to Kona, Hawaii and Palm Springs
Addition of Kona, Palm Springs brings number of nonstop cities served to 41 at SMF
Read MoreSacramento County Airport Fire and Cosumnes CSD Fire Department to Conduct Controlled Training Burn
Cosumnes CSD Fire Department and Sacramento County Airport Fire have partnered together to conduct controlled wildland training fires at Franklin Field Airport near Elk Grove between June 7 - 12, during the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. each day.
Read MoreMasks are still required when visiting SMF
CDC prevention measures continue to apply to all travelers
Read MoreCLEAR Brings Touchless Security Screening to Sacramento International Airport
Secure Identity Technology Provides Travelers with Fast, Frictionless Experience
Read MoreWhat’s New at Sacramento International Airport
Spring brings new nonstop flights and on-site COVID-19 testing
Read MorePlanning to travel internationally? Guidelines have changed.
If you are planning to travel internationally please be aware beginning Jan. 26 changes will be made to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (CDC) travel mandates.
Read MoreConstruction at Terminal A TSA Checkpoint Resumes; Passengers Advised to Arrive Early to SMF
Travelers are advised to arrive two hours prior to flight departure
Read MoreSacramento International Airport Transitions to Cashier-Less Payment System for Parking
To reduce person-to-person contact and provide a safer, more expedient travel experience for our customers, starting November 2, cash will not be accepted at parking lot cashier booths in all parking lots at SMF
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Autumn Brings New and Returning Flights and Easier Access to Hawaii
Read MoreSacramento International Airport Adds Nonstop Flights to Mexico City
Volaris Announces Twice Weekly Service Starting This Fall
Read MoreWhat to expect when traveling via SMF during the COVID-19 pandemic
Learn about what to expect when traveling via Sacramento International Airport (SMF) during the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) pandemic
Read MoreAT&T Internet Connection Restored at Sacramento International Airport
AT&T Internet Connection Restored at Sacramento International Airport
Read MoreHOLIDAY TRAVEL TIPS FROM SACRAMENTO INTL. AIRPORT
Holiday Travel Tips From Sacramento Intl. Airport
Read MoreThanksgiving Travel Tips from Sacramento International Airport
Thanksgiving Travel Tips from Sacramento International Airport
Read MoreSouthwest launches new nonstop from Sacramento International Airport to Honolulu
New route is 5th nonstop flight to Hawaii from SMF
Read MoreSacramento International Airport Reopens West Runway
Sacramento International Airport Reopens West Runway
Read MoreBusy Holiday Weekend at Sacramento International Airport
Busy Holiday Weekend at Sacramento International Airport
Read MoreNew nonstop connects Sacramento to fall playground getaway
New nonstop connects Sacramento to fall playground getaway
Read MoreSacramento International Airport Opens New Economy Lot Parking
Sacramento International Airport Opens New Economy Lot Parking
Read MoreContour Airlines expands nonstop service to Palm Springs
New nonstop connects Sacramento to fall playground getaway
Read MoreMay brings return of seasonal service to Boston and Chicago at SMF
May brings return of seasonal service to Boston and Chicago at SMF
Read MoreSacramento International Airport West Runway Closure
Sacramento International Airport West Runway Closure
Read MoreSpirit Airlines joins Sacramento International Airport with nonstops to Las Vegas
Spirit Airlines joins Sacramento International Airport with nonstops to Las Vegas
Read MoreSacramento International Airport Welcomes Contour Airlines with Nonstop Flights to Santa Barbara.
Sacramento International Airport Welcomes Contour Airlines with Nonstop Flights to Santa Barbara.
Read MoreHoliday Travel Tips from Sacramento Intl. Airport
Sacramento International Airport is ready to serve holiday travelers with festive holiday decorations, live entertainment, and abundant options for last-minute shopping.
Read MoreNew Pick-up Location for App-Based Ride Services in Terminal B at Sacramento International Airport
New Pick-up Location for App-Based Ride Services in Terminal B at Sacramento International Airport
Read MoreSacramento International Airport Celebrates Launch of New Service to León, Mexico
Sacramento International Airport Celebrates Launch of New Service to León, Mexico
Read MoreThanksgiving Travel Tips from Sacramento International Airport
Thanksgiving Travel Tips from Sacramento International Airport
Read MoreDelta Announces New Nonstop Service to Detroit in June
Delta (DL) has announced it will offer daily, year-round, nonstop service between Sacramento (SMF) and Detroit, Michigan (DTW) beginning June 17, 2019. This is the sixth Delta hub airport with nonstop service to and from Sacramento International.
Read MoreParking Improvements at Sacramento International Airport
Approximately 1500 parking spaces in the Economy Lot will be temporarily closed for paving.
Read MoreJuly 2018 Set All-Time Record for Monthly Traffic at Sacramento Intl Airport
Sacramento International Airport recorded 1.1 million enplanements in July 2018, making it the busiest month in airport history.
Read MoreVolaris Announces New Nonstop Service to Léon, Mexico in November
Flights scheduld at ideal time for families visiting relatives for the winter holidays
Read MoreSacramento Intl Airport Celebrates Return of Frontier Airlines on Aug. 1
Ultra-low-cost carrier adds competition to Denver market
Read MoreOur Ohana Keeps Growing! Hawaiian Announces Daily Nonstop Service to Maui in April 2019
Hawaiiain adds Maui to exisiting Honolulu service
Read MoreTravel Tips from Sacramento Intl Airport: Arrive 2 Hours Early, Know Parking Options
Give your self enough time and check the parking map
Read MoreATMS Up and Ready to Dispense Cash at Sacramento International Airport
New Bank of America cash vending machines have extra security features
Read MoreAlaska Airlines Announces New Service to Kona First-ever service to the Big Island Begins Dec. 20
Alaska Airlines today announced plans to begin thrice-weekly nonstop flights from Sacramento to Hawaii’s Kona International Airport (KOA) on the island of Hawaii beginning Dec. 20, 2018.
Read MoreSac Intl Airport Served Over 1 Million Passengers in May
Benchmark reached for first time since 2007; June, July & August expected to follow trend
Read MoreSouthwest to Expand Service to New Orleans, Houston
Nonstop Service to Both Cities begins Nov. 4
Read MoreSac Intl Airport Celebrates Launch of New Service to Vancouver on May 17
Air Canada is set to launch daily nonstop service between Sacramento (SMF) and Vancouver (YVR) starting Thursday, May 17. Air Canada becomes the airport’s 3rd international carrier after Volaris and Aeromexico.
Read MoreSac Intl Airport Celebrates Launch of New Service to Orlando on May 6
Southwest Airlines is set to launch daily nonstop service between Sacramento (SMF)) and Orlando, FL (MCO) starting Sunday, May 6, 2018.
Read MoreSouthwest Selects Sacramento Intl To Be Among First Airports Serving Hawaii In Fall 2018
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has learned Southwest (WN) has selected it to be among the first California airports to offer nonstop service to the Hawaiian Islands this fall.
Read MoreFrontier Airlines Returns to SMF with Nonstop Flights to Denver, Las Vegas
Low-cost carrier brings competition to 2 popular destinations
Read MoreSacramento Intl Airport Posts Four Years of Passenger Growth
Month-over-month increases date back to March 2014; growth predicted to continue with new destinations & airlines
Read MoreNo Cash Vending Machines at Sacramento Intl Airport until June
Sacramento International Airport is in the process of changing its ATM vendor. Because of this change, no ATMs will be available in the airport terminals or at the rental car center until the first week of June.
Read MoreSacramento Intl Airport Celebrates Launch of New Service to Austin, St. Louis on April 8
Southwest is set to launch daily nonstop service to Austin and St. Louis on Sunday, April 8, and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is joining with the airline to make it a festive occasion.
Read MoreSacramento Intl Airport Sets February Record for Passengers Served
Trend expected to continue with new domestic & international destinations in 2018
Read MoreSpring Break Special: Terminal A Checkpoint Early Opening
To assist passengers traveling during the busy spring break travel period, the TSA security checkpoint at Terminal A will open daily at 3:30 a.m. instead of 4 a.m. Early hours end on Sunday, April 8.
Read MoreSacramento Intl Airport Breaks All-Time Record for Passengers Served
Trend expected to continue into 2018 with new destinations, additional capacity
Read MoreChristmas Travel Tips from Sacramento Intl Airport
Sacramento International Airport is ready to serve holiday travelers with festive holiday decorations, live entertainment, and abundant options for last-minute shopping.
Read MoreAirport Celebrates New Solar Facility That Will Provide More Than 30% of Electricity
Sacramento International Airport officials and community representatives today celebrated the opening of a new solar facility which is expected to provide more than 30 percent of the airport’s electricity. It is the largest on-airport solar facility in California.
Read MoreNew Non-Stop Service between Sacramento & Vancouver Begins May 2018
Air Canada (AC) will begin offering daily nonstop service between Sacramento and Vancouver (YVR), British Columbia beginning May 17, 2018
Read MoreAirport On Track to Have a Record-Breaking 2017; Growth Rate Up 6.8% Year-to-Date
New & added flights, bigger planes offer more options to Sacramento travelers
Read MoreThanksgiving Travel Tips from Sacramento International Airport
Arrive two hours early & be prepared with information
Read MoreAirport holiday entertainment series begins Nov. 22
Sacramento International Airport has scheduled performers at selected dates from Nov. 22 - Dec. 24.
Read MoreAirport Readies for Solar Farm That Will Provide More Than 30% of Electricity
A new solar farm which is expected to provide more than a third of the electrical needs of Sacramento International Airport is expected to be operational by the end of the year.
Read MoreMoody’s Investors Upgrade Sacramento Intl Airport Credit Rating
Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded the credit rating on Sacramento County Airport Revenue Bonds
Read MoreAirport Records 42 Months of Increased Passenger Growth
As of September, passenger traffic at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has increased a robust 6.4% year-to-date over 2016. September also marks the 42nd consecutive month of month-over-month growth, reversing passengers lost during the recession and pointing to record-breaking traffic by the end of 2017 or 2018
Read MoreSacramento International Airport Named Highest in Customer Satisfaction for Medium Airports
Terminal facilities, security checkpoints cited as strengths in survey by J.D. Power
Read MoreSouthwest Adds Service to 5 New Destinations from Sacramento
Routes include popular vacation spots & airport's 8th East Coast destination
Read MoreAirport Gas Station Will Be Closed Wednesday Evening-Thursday Morning
Closure will impact all operations, including food sales and restrooms
Read MoreNew Website Map Shows Where Parking is Available at Sacramento International Airport
Passengers encouraged to check parking conditions on the web page before entering the airport
Read MoreSummer Travel Tips: Arrive Early, Know Your Parking Options, Be Prepared
Airport offers 150 daily nonstop flights in June, with more on tap in August
Read MoreAirport Schedules Emergency Drill on Wednesday, May 24
Realistic exercise will test emergency preparedness of airport staff and community first responders
Read MoreSacramento Intl Airport’s Food and Beverage Program Takes Top Honors
Overall program in both terminals named first place in international contest
Read MoreSouthwest Adds New Nonstop Service to Long Beach & Spokane
Additional flights to San Diego and Seattle also planned
Read MoreAnnouncement: New Daily Service between Sacramento and Newark, N.J. on United Airlines
Daily nonstop adds connections between Sacramento, East Coast, Caribbean and Europe
Read MoreOroville dam situation not affecting flight operations at Sacramento International Airport
Please follow your local Office of Emergency Services agency for updates
Read MoreSMF Tops 10 Million Passengers Served for 1st Time Since 2008
Numbers for 2016 reflect nearly three years of steady growth
Read MoreHoliday Travel Begins; Arrive Early & Be Prepared with Information
A little information goes a long way in making spirits bright
Read MoreMobile Passport Control Expands to Sacramento Intl Airport
Free mobile app expedites customs processing
Read MoreGet your beach on! New service to Cabo starts in June
Saturday flights between SMF-SJD begin Saturday, June 10
Read MoreThanksgiving Travel Tips from Sacramento International Airport
Arrive early & be prepared with information to make the most of your Turkey Day experience
Read MoreAirport Holiday Entertainment Series Begins Nov. 18
Local musicians will play selected dates until Dec. 24
Read MoreSacramento International Airport installs high-tech exit lanes in Terminal B
State-of-the-art-technology will enhance safety, reduce operational costs
Read MoreSamsung Galaxy Note 7 Smartphones Banned From Air Transportation
Emergency ban goes into effective 9 a.m. PST Saturday, Oct. 15
Read MoreSouthwest Adds New Nonstop Service to Salt Lake City; Service Begins March 2017
Tickets for new service go on sale today
Read MoreNew TSA PreCheck Enrollment Center opens in Terminal B
Flyers who pre-enroll can process their application in 15 minutes or less
Read MoreSacramento Airport Continues Upwards Trend in Passenger Growth
Traffic up 5.1 % Over 2015; New Customer Service Enhancements Ease Way for Fall Travelers
Read MoreSouthbound I-5 onramp at Airport Boulevard to be closed at midnight on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Caltrans will close the onramp from midnight until mid-morning all weekend; drivers will be directed to a detour
Read MoreRoadwork on I-80 to Cause Delays Aug. 26-29; Customers Advised to Plan Ahead
Add 45 minutes to travel time or use Business 80 as alternate route
Read MoreCustomers Leaving Airport After Midnight Aug. 3-4 May Experience Delays
Caltrans roadwork will close on ramps from midnight until early morning
Read MoreNew Electrical Vehicle Charging Station Opens at Sac Intl Airport
Station features one of few DC fast chargers in the region; recharges battery to 80 percent in half an hour
Read MoreGlobal Entry Kiosks Now Expediting Arriving International Passengers
Global Entry reduces wait times for customs inspection process
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